Manual of biocorrosion

Introduction Definitions A Brief Historical Retrospective The Microorganisms The Metal The Aqueous Medium A Present Perspective in Biocorrosion Biodeterioration and Biodegradation Key Features References Microbiological Aspects Introduction Classification of Microorganisms Cellular Structure Microbial Metabolism and Nutrition Microbial Growth Microorganisms Related to Corrosion Processes The Role of Microorganisms in Corrosion Key Features References Biofilms and Biofouling Introduction Biofouling Formation in Seawater The Biofilm and Its Effects The Interface and Its Effects Innovative High-Resolution Microscopy for Biofilm Observations Classic and New Concepts on the Biofilm Biofilm-Corrosion Products Interactions Two Practical Cases of Biofilm-Corrosion Product Interactions Key Features References Fundamentals of Electrochemistry Introduction Basic Electrochemical Corrosion Classical Mechanisms for Biocorrosion Electrochemical Methods to Evaluate Biocorrosion: Pros and Cons Key Features References Corrosion Inhibition by Bacteria Introduction Microbial Inhibition of Corrosion: Mechanisms Key Features References Detection, Identification, and Monitoring Introduction Inspection of the Corrosion Failure and Examination of Samples Detection and Quantification of Microorganisms Monitoring Biocorrosion Key Features References Practical Cases Introduction Biocorrosion of Carbon Steel in Anaerobic Environments Biocorrosion by Iron-Oxidizing Bacteria in Aerobic Environments Biocorrosion of Stainless Steel and Other Corrosion-Resistant Alloys in the Marine Environment Biocorrosion of Aluminum Alloys in Fuel/Water Systems Key Features References Prevention, Control, and Mitigation Introduction Preventive Measures Control and Mitigation Key Features References Laboratory Methods and Formulations Culture Techniques Biocide Testing Cultivation and Growth of Sulphate-Reducing Bacteria Suggested Readings Glossary Index